Mary Rose Henke

Mary Rose Henke

Mary Rose Henke, 83, of Shawnee, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at Shawnee Gardens Nursing Center.

 

Mary was born March 13, 1926, in Shawnee, Kansas, to George and Leona Haas. She was a graduate of St. Joseph High School. Mary married Albert C. Henke on September 13, 1947. She worked at Western Auto Supply Company, Kansas City Women’s Chamber of Commerce, Lee’s Secretarial Service, Universal Press Syndicate/Andrews-McMeel, and Sach’s Electric.

 

Until recently, Mary resided at Overland Park Place, where she was an ambassador,  Wii bowling champion, and enjoyed bingo and other activities. Many who knew her referred to her as “Sweet Mary.”

 

Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Albert C. Henke, on March 19, 2009, sisters,  Alice Richardson and Helen Zimmer, and brother, John Haas. Survivors include four children, Nancy Henke-Konopasek, Marsha (Pete) Cahill, Don (Kim) Henke, and Sharon (Paul) Cahill; one sister, Irene Smeltzer; sister-in-laws Jane Scherman, Bonnie Brown, and Betty Henke; five grandchildren, Julia Konopasek, Patrick Cahill, Kristi Cahill, Michael Konopasek, and Wade Henke; and numerous nieces and nephews.

 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church, 11311 Johnson Drive, Shawnee, Kansas 66203 or a charity of your choice.

 

Visitation and Funeral Service

 

Visitation will be on Friday, November 20, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Amos Family Funeral Home in Shawnee, with the rosary being recited at 6:00 p.m.  A funeral Mass will take place at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Shawnee on Saturday,  November 21 , at 11:00 a.m. followed by burial in St. Joseph Cemetery in Shawnee. 

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Posted by Obituaries on November 18, 2009     7 Comments

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  1. Susan Carter on November 20th, 2009 7:06 am

    I want to wish all my condolences and sympathy to Aunt Mary’s family. We will all miss her and remember her by her laughter.
    I remember all the good times shared from staying with her to the weekly card parties when we were small. We always talked and laughed so much at the kitchen table. Our mother, Irene, will miss her and the good old days with her sisters and brother. Wish I could have made it up there, you guys are in my thoughts and prayers.
    Love,
    Susan Carter

  2. Dave and Kathy (Tussy) Ellis and family on November 20th, 2009 11:37 am

    We are so sorry to hear about Mary passing. She truly was “Sweet Mary”. What a kind and gentle spirit she had. I know that God will take good care of both her and Al. They will always have a special place in our hearts. May God bless the Henke family at this difficult time. Our hearts and prayers go out to all of you. The Ellis family, Arizona

  3. Etoya Johnson on November 20th, 2009 3:12 pm

    Nancy and Family,

    My prayers and thoughts are with you all during this time of loss. May God comfort your hearts and help you to cherish the wonderful memories of your dear mother.
    Etoya

  4. margie and john russell on November 20th, 2009 4:29 pm

    How quickly life changes. I still remember waiting on the church
    steps of st. joes for Mary to pick us up after school. Lots of laughter
    and kid chatter she always listened to. there was something very
    comforting about living across the street from the Henke family.
    As time went on we always looked forward to the visits to crooked
    lake. The card playing, and trips to the “hole in the wall” and laughter. Mary has a great laugh, and even though she is not physically with us, I know her laugh will continue on. I think she is
    truely where she wants to be with her sweet Al. I cheer on all the cool people who i’ve known in my life.And know in my heart they are laughing with Mary….. God bless you all, celebrate the Love of
    Mary and Al With Peace and Joy, Margie and John Russell

  5. Laretha Mahr on November 20th, 2009 6:53 pm

    sorry for your lost

  6. Vroman Family on November 21st, 2009 7:11 pm

    We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. The Great Comforter will give you peace.

    Love, The Vromans

  7. Brian McAnany on November 22nd, 2009 9:36 pm

    All our thoughts and prayers wre with you during this time. We know she is now at peace.

    Ruth and Brian McAnany

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